Taunton River Overnight Canoe Run Sat. June 25

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BROCKTON--The Taunton River Watershed Alliance will host its annual canoe and camping trip beginning Saturday June 25 at 9 a.m.
The river run kicks-off on the Town River, continues on to a cookout with entertainment and camping at Titicut in Bridgewater.
After the overnight campout participants paddle down the Taunton River to the Weir Village where the run ends at about 4 p.m. Sunday, June 26.
Exact locations depend on water conditions and will be announced later.
The fee is $30 per canoe/kayak for TRWA members and $40 per canoe/kayak for non-TRWA participants.
Dinner and evening program is included in cost.
Call for arrangements for scout or youth groups with adult leaders.
Prior registration is required and can be made by calling 508-828-1101.
For detailed instructions about the trip, click here to visit TRWA's website.

Wine Tasting June 11 Supports Library Foundation

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BROCKTON--The Brockton Library Foundation will hold a wine tasting on Saturday, June 11 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Brockton Main Library,
Those of legal drinking age are invited to support the Foundation while enjoying wine and appetizers.
All proceeds will support library programs.
Tickets will be sold at the door for $20 per person and checks may be made to the Brockton Library Foundation.
For more information, contact Anne at 508-584-6919.

Red Sox Raffle, J.P. Ryan's Night To Support Family and Community Resources Inc. June 2

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BROCKTON--Family and Community Resources Inc. in Brockton will host a fundraising event Thursday, June 2 at J.P. Ryan's in Abington from 6 to 8 p.m.
The event will help support awareness for children and adult victims of domestic violence.
The highlight of the fundraiser will be the announcement of the winner of a raffle for two Red Sox tickets that three rows behind the Red Sox dugout.
The tickets are for Saturday, June 18 with a 1 p.m. game time at Fenway against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Seats are Section 12, Box F13, Row C, Seats 3 & 4--a $250 face value.
Raffle tickets are $20 and can be purchased the night of the event or at Family and Community Resource's website at www.fcr-ma.org.Winner does not need to be present to win, but there will be a complimentary buffet, live entertainment and free Red Hook Ale on tap.

Awesome Red Sox Tickets Fundraiser
Imagine sitting 3 rows off the field next to the Red Sox dugout!
Win a pair of Red Sox vs. Brewers Game Tickets
Saturday, June 18th - 1PM Game
Purchase $20 Raffle Tickets at JP Ryan's or online at www.fcr-ma.org
We will announce the winner at J.P. Ryan's
246 Brockton Avenue, Abington
Thursday, June 2nd - 6 to 8PM
Need not be present to win
Complimentary Buffet & FREE RedHook Ale on Tap
Entertainment by Andrea Beaton
All proceeds benefit child and adult victims of domestic violence.

Good Sam Healing Garden, Cancer Survivor Celebration June 16

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BROCKTON--Good Samaritan Medical Center will dedicate a healing garden and celebrate cancer survivors in two special ceremonies on June 16.
The garden is designed to bring a sense of peace and calm and promote healing of the body, mind and spirit, officials said in a prepared statement.
The garden will be located in front of the Good Samaritan Radiation Oncology Center, 818 Oak St. on the campus of the medical center.
“Promoting a sense of well-being is an important part of treatment for our patients,” said Good Samaritan Medical Center President Jeff Liebman in the statement. “We hope this beautiful garden will bring many peaceful moments and a renewed sense of hope to our patients as they come and go from their medical appointments,” he said.
The garden was designed by Carol R. Johnson Associates of Boston. Contractors were Greenscape, Inc., of Taunton.
The healing garden ceremony will begin at 3:30 p.m. with the cancer survivors’ celebration set to follow at 4 p.m.
Lorna Brunelle, of Middleboro, a cancer survivor, author, vocal coach and owner of The Burt Wood School of Performing Arts will be the keynote speaker at the cancer survivors’ event, which will include an ice cream social.
Brunelle will be joined by area pageant winners including Molly Whalen, Miss Taunton 2011, who will serve as greeters.
All area cancer survivors are invited to attend this free event. To register please call the Good Samaritan Radiation Oncology Center at 508-427-2900.
(Photo courtesy Good Samaritan Medical Center)

Southeastern Voke Surplus Auction June 4

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BROCKTON--The Southeastern Regional School District will hold a public auction of surplus items ranging from tables, chairs, saws and ladders to a sanding machine, and air conditioning unit.
The public, silent auction will be held Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Vocational-Technical High School located at 250 Foundry St., S. Easton.
Some items are in working condition others are not.
Click this link to view the list of items available for public auction.

Brockton After Dark Kicks Off June 27

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BROCKTON--Brockton After Dark is looking for youth between the ages of 13 and 20 who want to spend a few hours in the evenings playing soccer, basketball, volleyball, acting, art classes,open mic, community service projects and awareness, hip-hop dancing, boxing or swimming.
Brockton After Dark's programs begin June 27 and run to August 19.
All activities are free.
Programs take place on various evenings depending on the activity. Some activities like basketball at the Boys and Girls Club can go from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m., or hip-hop dancing from 6 to 9 p.m. or art classes at The Fuller Museum from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Most sites provide dinner for participants.
Brockton After Dark is also looking for coaches, mentors, food coordinators and volunteers to help with the numerous sports and arts programs.
Coaches and volunteers will be checked through the Criminal Offenders Record Inquiry, or CORI, system and must fill out an application with schedule of availibility.
For forms, schedule and to apply and download forms visit the city of Brockton's website by clicking here.
For questions and more information, contact Program Coordinator Denise Bishop at 508-580-7123 or Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Trask at 508-894-2516.

Memorial Day Parade Kicks Off, May 30 10 a.m.

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BROCKTON--Brockton’s annual Memorial Day Parade will be held Monday, May 30 and will include a special plaque dedication in honor of U.S. Army Capt. Anthony Palermo at City Hall Plaza.
The parade begins at the VFW Monument on Legion Parkway at 10 a.m.
The parade will proceed down Warren Avenue to Belmont Street, before turning left toward Main Street. The route will then turn right onto Crescent Street and conclude at City Hall Plaza.
Immediately following the parade, there will be a special plaque dedication ceremony for Palermo, a Brockton High School graduate who was a member of the 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division.
Palermo attended Norwich University and was killed in combat operations in Baghdad on April 7, 2006. (Correction: Palermo died April 6, 2007)
All veterans are welcome to march and all interested parties may attend the plaque dedication ceremony.